Fishing
Hiwi the Kiwi - January 2010
January 2010 - Fishing News
As we approach a new year, it is probably a good time to reflect on the Hiwi the Kiwi Fishing for the Future programme.
The project was initiated by the NZ Big Game Fishing Council in an effort to bring fishing to the attention of the nation’s youngsters.
As a sport, angling was ‘aging’, and it was felt young people needed to be introduced to its benefits at a young age.
March issue on sale
Grant Dixon - Fishing News
The Ranfurly Bank, located some 30 miles east of East Cape, is one of the most exciting fisheries New Zealand has to offer.
Hiwi the Kiwi - December 2009
December 2009 - Fishing News
Each month NZBGFC member clubs sell a raffle, with the prize being worth $1000, including TiCA tackle from Kilwell, a print of your choice from www.fishart.co.nz, and a 12-month subscription to NZ Fishing News.
This month’s winner is
Jan Sanford of Waihau Bay, East Cape.
Hiwi the Kiwi - November 09
Fishing News
Student contribution by Troy Woods, Age 8
Triplets win TAKF MAC draw
'Undersized' supermarket crays 'legal'
Members of the public who see what they believe are the sale of ‘undersized’ crayfish in the supermarket should report the fact to their nearest Ministry of Fisheries office.
Mr and Mrs Fishing News reader's trip
Summer bylaw blitz
A beginners guide to jigging - PART 3
Getting down to the business end – jigs
A beginners guide to jigging - PART 2
Last month we looked at the tackle used for mechanical jigging. However, a couple of aspects deserves a lot more discussion.
A beginners guide to jigging - PART 1
Snapper off the rocks - Part 3
Springtime carrots from the surf
The stooging, stubborn depression hasn’t shifted for five days.
Wildfoods - January 2010
We want your recipes!
For many years NZ Fishing News ran a recipe column that featured easy-to-cook meals suitable for the boat, bach, caravan or campsite.
DIY - December 2009
This is a useful tool for collecting a few red rock crabs to eat or getting fresh crab from the rocks for bait.
Wildfoods - December 2009
DIY - November 2009
DIY - January 2010
After coming back from a good fishing trip, I realised a mate’s old diswasher could make a good smoker, so took it off his hands.
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Southern Bluefin Tuna
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Blue shark
A common pelagic shark with world-wide distribution, blue sharks are common in New Zealand offshore waters right around the coast. They are easily recognizable by their bright blue colour and long slender body , with over-length pectoral fins.
Tonga - November 2009
September was one of the best months on record for blue marlin.
Manukau - October 2009
In the first few weeks of September the coastal snapper finally started making an appearance.
Wellington - September 2009
Waihi/Whangamata September 2009
Whangarei/Tutukaka - December 2009
During November poor weather often reduced fishing opportunities.
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